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Puppies and dogs in Hiawatha, Iowa

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We'll also keep you updated on Lulu's adoption status with email updates.
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Lulu

Dalmatian German Shepherd Dog

Female, 1 yr
Marion, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi my name is Lulu! I am what people believe to be an Australian Kelpie/Shepherd Mix and was born sometime around October, 2023. I am a petite girl, weighing in at just over 30 lbs. I was found roaming around town, an itty bitty girl, hungry and scared of everything around me, dreaming and praying I would be taken in and cared for the way I deserved to be. My dreams came true one day when a really nice family found me and couldn't bear to let me stay out in the cold rain. Now, I'm embarking on a new chapter - learning the ropes of family life in a home bustling with children and another furry friend. At first, I wasn't sure about toys or beds or anything comfortable since I had never had these amenities before. Because I was always scavenging for food, and although I now never miss a nutritious meal, I can sometimes get nervous that this resource will not last. I do let my foster siblings share my water bowl with me now and I've gained some healthy weight since I've been with my foster family. Now that I've been able to learn from my humans, I LOVE toys!! They're so fun to play with and run after! Balls are my absolute favorite! I have even learned to like my doggie bed, especially when my foster humans lay with me. I do still prefer no blankets in my crate when I am left alone or checking in for the night but have recently been sleeping in my foster parent's bed and I sleep like a dream! My foster Mom says I'm a beautiful, sweet and spunky girl. She loves my playful bouncy energy and that I like to cuddle up for belly rubs when I'm tired. Because I love to run and play so much, I would love an active family, with children 10 or older, that will take me on adventures and a fenced in yard of my own so I can zoom around safely! I can't wait to find my forever family! I would do great in a home with another playful, medium to large dog, to show me the ropes and even older human siblings old enough to throw my toys for me! Lulu is potty trained, up to date on vaccinations, has been dewormed, microchipped and spayed. She is participating in basic obedience training with our trainer so her adopters will be required to continue this training until completed, paid for by APL. Lulu will do best in a home with a physically fenced yard so she can run and play safely. Applications can be submitted at: https://www.aplanimalrescue.org/dogs
We'll also keep you updated on Tango's adoption status with email updates.
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Tango

Poodle (Standard) Golden Retriever

Male, 7 yrs 1 mo
Marion, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi! My name is Tango! I am a handsome 6-year-old male Goldendoodle. Yes, Goldendoodle! I weigh just over 50 lbs and every ounce of me is adorable. I joined the APL family after living with a loving family my entire life. I had a human Mom and Dad and 3 little human sisters. In late September 2023, I suffered a spinal cord stroke and lost the ability to use my back legs as a result. I did a lot of physical therapy to help me regain function. My family tried their best to help me as long as they could but made the selfless decision to surrender me to A Purposeful Life in April 2024, so I could continue the road to my best mobility and to start a new chapter in my life. I love my new foster family and all my friends at APL. My favorite things to do are to play ball in the backyard, to snack on yummy treats, and to soak up and give lots of love and cuddles to anyone within a mile of me. I have no toy or food aggression and take treats oh so gently. I am extremely happy and sweet and am confident and curious about everything in my environment. I have loved every person I've ever met and will ask for pets all day long. Prior to my spinal cord stroke, I loved to go for long walks and runs. The wonderful people at APL knew this so they had a set of custom wheels made just for me! Now I'm back at it, leaving my people in the dust! I am an amazing traveler and love to go places. Adventures are my jam! I rarely bark and I don't chew on things I am not supposed to. I'm great with children of all ages, as long as they are respectful of me. I get along well with other animals and I don't mind having my paws touched at all. I love to chew on rubber balls and any toy with a squeaker in it, those are the best! Since joining the APL family, I have been spending considerable time at the awesome Iowa State Veterinary Rehabilitation Clinic to strengthen my back legs with exercises, massage, underwater treadmill, pool time, acupuncture and walking the halls with my cart. I am a staff favorite and they all have fallen in love with me. I mean....who wouldn't? I'm literally the BEST dog! I do require that you help me by expressing my bladder a few times a day. You will be given lots of help by my APL team to learn how to do this...it's really pretty easy and there are lots of online videos to help as well. The secret of a special needs dog is that they bring to their people a unique feeling of limitless purpose, joyous possibility, and unmatched happiness in accomplishment! A hero is someone who adopts a special needs dog, makes accommodations to care for their unique needs, and helps that dog to live a full and happy life. I'm looking for a family that sees beyond my different abilities and appreciates my incredible spirit. A household that's patient, loving, and ready to welcome me, despite my need for a bit more care. I promise to reward you with boundless love and joy and be your best companion by stealing your heart from the moment you meet me. Tango is up to date on vaccinations, 4DX tested, microchipped and neutered. He will come with all his cool gadgets so you can easily take him along on adventures. Applications to meet Tango can be submitted at: https://www.aplanimalrescue.org/dogs
We'll also keep you updated on Zoey's adoption status with email updates.
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Zoey

Boxer American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 6 yrs 7 mos
Marion, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi, I'm Zoey! Not to toot my own horn but I am literally the sweetest 6 year old Boxer/Terrier mix you will ever meet. A few months ago, I got lost with my sister and someone found us running by a highway. They picked us up and took us to a local shelter where no one came to claim us. I was a staff favorite at the shelter but that setting was not good for me. That's why some really nice people came and took me to a foster home instead. I really love living in a home with people who show me love and kindness. My foster family says I'm special because of my resilience. You see, I am a shy girl that does the best with other dogs. They bring out my true self. Watching me open up and blossom in such a short time has filled their hearts with love. I've gone from a shy girl to a playful and affectionate companion, and I'm ready to bring joy to my forever family.. One of the cutest things about me is how I tilt my head when I'm curious-it always makes my foster family smile. And guess what? I love having my nails painted! It's like a little spa day just for me. Speaking of activities, I have a few favorites. I absolutely love playing ball-throw it, and I'll chase it for hours. Going on walks is another favorite; there's so much to see and sniff! When I'm not playing or walking, you can find me sunbathing, soaking up the warmth and relaxing. To help me continue to thrive, I need a home with another confident dog who can show me the ropes. Having a furry friend around helps me feel more confident and comfortable. Patience is key, too. I need a bit of time to fully open up and show you all the love I have to give. I get along well with other dogs, though I'm not sure about cats yet. When meeting new people, I can be a bit shy, but if you give me the space to get comfortable and do my own thing, I'll warm up in no time. I've never shown any aggression-just a little patience and kindness is all I need. With people I know, I'm a total "wiggle butt"! I get so excited and happy to see my favorite humans. I love kisses, belly rubs, and lots of attention. My foster family calls me their little speckled cow because of the black dots on my belly and the trail of water I leave after drinking water-it's my special quirk! The ideal home for me is one with an active family who has at least one other confident dog and loves to throw the ball for me. I also enjoy my spa days, especially when I'm pampered with a bath, some coconut oil on my belly and ears, and a manicure. If you're looking for a smart, loving, and playful companion, I'm your girl. I promise to shower you with love and bring endless joy to your life. I can't wait to find a forever family that will spoil me and shower me with the love I deserve. Zoey is up to date on vaccinations, heartworm tested, microchipped and spayed. She would do best in a home with a physically fenced yard so he can run and play safely. Applications to meet Zoey can be submitted at: https://www.aplanimalrescue.org/dogs
We'll also keep you updated on Mavis's adoption status with email updates.
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Mavis

Rottweiler

Female, Adult
Cedar Rapids, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Mavis is a 3-4 year old 82 pound rottie we rescued over a year ago. She adores people and always wants to be near you. She loves anything soft, mainly blankets. Extremely food motivated and eager to please. She is a very smart girl and picks up on tricks quickly. She is crate trained, potty trained and has no health problems. She gets the zoomies every once in a while but prefers to lounge around and hang out. She likes to be clean and will ask for baths by hopping into the tub. She currently lives with a 16 pound Shih-tzu mix and they get along well but she is very reactive to other dogs so would do best in a single dog home. She is very protective of the people she loves but is not a barker. We’ve had tons of different people meet her and she’s very outgoing. Won’t hesitate to switch to guard dog mode if needed though. We have been working with her on that reactivity but we have not been able to give her the time she deserves. She should not be around cats.
We'll also keep you updated on Ozzy's adoption status with email updates.
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Ozzy

Labrador Retriever

Male, 4 yrs 9 mos
Cedar Rapids, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Ozzy is a very friendly dog who came to us from a very loving family who was kind enough to share a significant amount of information on him to hopefully aid in finding a new place for him to land. You can read about him here:A great family dog who does well with kids (see additional photo) of all ages. If he`s not busy playing fetch or galavanting about the yard, he`s also a fan of snuggle time and giving love/affection. Like many large dogs, he doesn`t know his true size and often thinks of himself as a `lap dog` :) Ozzy does well with other pets with proper introductions (for those who have dogs, we are happy to help with this!) If your family is considering dog adoption, we`d love to help you meet him today!
We'll also keep you updated on Joe's adoption status with email updates.
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Joe

Golden Retriever

Male, 3 yrs 4 mos
Cedar Rapids, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Joe is a happy dog who really enjoys hanging out with staff and volunteers when it comes to walks and hang out time, but is also content doing his own thing, too! He`s got experience living in a home with children, but his previous humans were kind enough to share that a home with older or more durable kiddos would be recommended. Like many large dogs, he`s just unaware of his size when it comes to play (which for him can sometimes be rough and tumble). We`d love to help you meet your newest furry friend if Joe sounds like someone who would strike your fancy, consider coming out today!

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A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

Marion, IA 52302

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AGAPE FOSTERS

Marion, IA 52302

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Companion Animal Network (CAN)

Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

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Cedar Valley Humane Society

7411 Mt Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

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Adopt A Pal

Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

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Cedar Valley Greyhound Adoptions, Inc.

7411 Mt. Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52324

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Safe Journey Rescue

2275 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

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Last Hope Animal Rescue

1825 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

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